Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar
Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar is a district in the Punjab State of India. The total area of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district is 1,282 km², which includes 1,214.65 km² of rural area and 67.35 km² of urban area. There are about 458 villages in Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district.
For administrative convenience, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district is divided into Tehsils, Blocks, PS, and Community Development Blocks (C.D. Blocks). In many states, Blocks or C.D. Blocks are treated the same as tehsils, though they may have slightly different roles depending on the region.
A Community Development Block is a rural area set aside for administration and development. Each block is managed by a Block Development Officer (BDO) and includes several gram panchayats, which are the local governing bodies at the village level.
There are 2 tehsils in Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district. Here is the list of all Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Balachaur | 507 | 1,88,764 |
| 2 | Nawanshahr | 775 | 4,23,546 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Nawanshahr is the largest tehsil in shahid bhagat singh nagar district by both area and population. Balachaur is the smallest tehsil in shahid bhagat singh nagar district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Nawanshahr | Nawanshahr |
| Smallest Tehsil | Balachaur | Balachaur |
Population of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar District
The population of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar offers a clear picture of how people are spread across its villages and towns. In the sections below, you’ll find details about total population, gender-wise distribution, child population, literacy rates, social groups like SC and ST, household count, and population density. Together, this information helps understand the structure and diversity of the district.
Basic Population Details
This section covers important demographic figures of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar, including the number of males and females, children aged 0–6, total households, and literacy status in rural and urban areas. These indicators highlight the human development status and help identify gaps in basic services like education and housing.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,12,310 | 4,86,894 | 1,25,416 |
| Total Male Population | 3,13,291 | 2,48,118 | 65,173 |
| Total Female Population | 2,99,019 | 2,38,776 | 60,243 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 62,719 | 49,364 | 13,355 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 33,278 | 26,208 | 7,070 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 29,441 | 23,156 | 6,285 |
| Literate Population | 4,38,459 | 3,45,595 | 92,864 |
| Literate Male Population | 2,39,155 | 1,88,612 | 50,543 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,99,304 | 1,56,983 | 42,321 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,73,851 | 1,41,299 | 32,552 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 74,136 | 59,506 | 14,630 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 99,715 | 81,793 | 17,922 |
| Households | 1,29,500 | 1,02,766 | 26,734 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district is 6,12,310, including 3,13,291 males and 2,99,019 females. In rural areas, it is 4,86,894, including 2,48,118 males and 2,38,776 females. In urban areas, it is 1,25,416, including 65,173 males and 60,243 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district is 62,719, including 33,278 boys and 29,441 girls. In rural areas, it is 49,364, including 26,208 boys and 23,156 girls. In urban areas, it is 13,355, including 7,070 boys and 6,285 girls.
- Literate population in Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district is around 4,38,459, including 2,39,155 males and 1,99,304 females. In rural areas, it is 3,45,595, including 1,88,612 males and 1,56,983 females. In urban areas, it is 92,864, including 50,543 males and 42,321 females.
- Illiterate population in Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district is about 1,73,851, including 74,136 males and 99,715 females. In rural areas, it is 1,41,299, including 59,506 males and 81,793 females. In urban areas, it is 32,552, including 14,630 males and 17,922 females.
- There are about 1,29,500 households in Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, including 1,02,766 in rural areas and 26,734 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar. It also includes data on how densely people live in rural versus urban areas. Together, these figures offer insights into community spread and the pressure on local infrastructure and services.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 2,60,284 | 2,12,889 | 47,395 |
| SC Male Population | 1,33,035 | 1,08,494 | 24,541 |
| SC Female Population | 1,27,249 | 1,04,395 | 22,854 |
| Total ST Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| ST Male Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| ST Female Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Population Density | 478 / km² | 401 / km² | 1,862 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district is approximately 2,60,284, including 1,33,035 males and 1,27,249 females. In rural areas, it is 2,12,889, including 1,08,494 males and 1,04,395 females. In urban areas, it is 47,395, including 24,541 males and 22,854 females.
- Overall population density of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district is around 478 people per km². Rural areas have about 401 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,862 people per km².